M LaMadrid, Realtor in Passaic and Bergen Counties

M LaMadrid, Realtor in Passaic and Bergen Counties eXp Realty, Bilingual Realtor®

🏡 Discover the charm of this stunning, fully renovated townhouse with 3 levels and captivating NYC views! With 4 bedroom...
09/27/2026

🏡 Discover the charm of this stunning, fully renovated townhouse with 3 levels and captivating NYC views! With 4 bedrooms and 4 baths spread over almost 2,200 square feet, every corner boasts premium finishes that radiate modern elegance and comfort.

Enjoy seamless access to shopping, dining, parks, and transportation, making Manhattan just a short trip away. Imagine the possibilities of making this modern oasis your own! 🌆

Join us today from 12–2 for an open house and see for yourself.

📲 DM for details.

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🏠 Half Duplex in Pompton Lakes!Nestled just a short walk from downtown, this charming 2 bed, 1.5 bath gem is move-in rea...
09/20/2026

🏠 Half Duplex in Pompton Lakes!

Nestled just a short walk from downtown, this charming 2 bed, 1.5 bath gem is move-in ready and boasts no monthly HOA fees. The updated eat-in kitchen with sleek stainless appliances opens directly to a cozy deck perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Head upstairs to find beautiful hardwood floors and a refreshed full bath. Need extra space? The finished basement offers a versatile bonus area ideal for a family room, home gym, or office, along with utility and storage areas.

Though it's a condo on paper, there's no association, so you enjoy the perks without the fee. Parking and exterior maintenance are shared with unit B, making life easier. Enjoy a private rear deck and a spacious shared yard complete with a storage shed.

Asking price $390,000

I'm hosting an open house today from 12 to 2 PM – come on by and say hi, or DM for more details.

🏡 Exciting opportunity in the heart of Lyndhurst! This legal 2-family home offers a great setup, just minutes from the t...
09/13/2026

🏡 Exciting opportunity in the heart of Lyndhurst! This legal 2-family home offers a great setup, just minutes from the train station and bus.

With 5 bedrooms total (2 downstairs, 3 upstairs) and a full bath in each unit, it's perfect for flexible living options. Each unit handles its utilities separately, adding ease to your monthly routine. The roof is 8 years young and the first floor furnace is just a year old, keeping you warm and secure. 🔧

The basement includes laundry hookups for both units and is partially finished, while the full-height attic is ready for your personal touch! With two private driveways and a fenced yard complete with a deck, outdoor living is a breeze.

Whether you live in one unit and let the other help with the mortgage or choose to rent both, this home is full of potential. Stop by today from 12 to 2 at 733 Schuyler Ave for a personal tour. 🚪

Got questions about realistic rental incomes in the neighborhood? Just send me a DM and let's chat! 😊

09/07/2026

In real estate, it's all about the trades, the roofer who's there before we list, the electrician who tackles those inspection issues, and the plumber who answers the early morning calls.

These skilled professionals play a crucial role, and we couldn’t do our job without them.

If you're a homeowner, you probably have your own go-to pro.

Let's take a moment to show our appreciation, say thank you or leave them a great review. They’ve definitely earned it! 🛠️👏

You've probably driven past it. The house down the street with the sign that's been up forever. Here's what's really goi...
09/03/2026

You've probably driven past it. The house down the street with the sign that's been up forever. Here's what's really going on.

When a home sits, there are only three reasons, and they go in this order:

Price. The big one, behind the vast majority of stale listings. If a home is priced above what buyers believe it's worth, nothing else matters. They won't even come look.
Presentation. Cluttered photos, bad lighting, a messy listing. Fixable, but secondary.
Marketing. If the right buyers never see it, it can't sell. Also fixable, also secondary.

Here's what most agents won't admit: roughly 80% of stale listings are a pricing problem wearing a marketing costume. The seller gets told "we need better photos," when the real issue is the number. New photos won't save a home that's priced $40K too high. They just delay the inevitable price cut.

I'd rather have the honest conversation up front than waste your first three weeks, the most valuable weeks a listing ever gets, chasing the wrong fix.

If your home sat, comment below and I'll walk you through what we'd do differently.

Passaic County neighbors 👋Curious about the local market? Let's explore together:📍 Passaic County Single-Family Homes🏡 A...
09/01/2026

Passaic County neighbors 👋

Curious about the local market? Let's explore together:

📍 Passaic County Single-Family Homes
🏡 Average Sale Price: ~$664,000
📅 Time on Market: ~35 days
💰 Selling ~4% over asking price
📊 274 homes have found new owners. They're selling above asking, but with a bit more ease lately.

📍 Passaic County Multi-Family Homes
🏡 Average Sale Price: ~$720,000 (impressive growth over single-families!)
📅 Time on Market: ~49 days
💰 Closing ~5% above asking price
📊 54 properties sold, led by Paterson with 33 sales. Clifton’s homes are averaging nearly $860,000 and selling in under a month.

If you own a multi-family, you're in a golden spot. These are outpacing singles in value thanks to the lure of rental income, despite taking slightly longer to sell.

Here's the scoop:
• Multi-families are fetching top dollar because buyers value rental potential.
• Paterson's bustling with activity, while Clifton boasts the highest prices.
• Homes are still selling above asking. Timing and presentation remain key.

What it means for you:
Sellers: Sitting on a multi-family? Now's a great time to list, buyers are keen on rental income opportunities. Single-family sellers, there's plenty of potential out there, just for a more selective audience.

Buyers: You've got a bit more time with multi-families, but don't delay too much, the best deals are quick to go!

Wondering about your home’s current value?
👉 Shoot me a DM, and I’ll send you a personalized CMA within 24 hours.

08/13/2026

There's one number that tells me almost everything about why a home didn't sell: days on market.

In many Northern NJ neighborhoods, a properly priced home gets the bulk of its serious buyer attention in the first two to three weeks. Why? Because buyers today are educated. They're watching the same listings you are. The second a home hits at the right price, they pounce, because they know a deal and they're terrified of losing it.

So when a home sits for 60, 90, 120 days, it's usually not bad luck and it's not the market. The market already voted, and it voted with silence. And here's the part that stings: the longer it sits, the more buyers assume something's wrong with it. Now you're not just overpriced, you're stigmatized.

The fix is almost always simpler than people think. Price it where the market actually is, and the market shows up.

How long was your home on the market before it expired? Comment the number and I'll tell you what it actually means.

08/04/2026

Uncomfortable truth about my industry: a lot of agents will agree with whatever price you have in your head. Not because it's right, but because agreeing with you is how they win the listing.

Picture it. Two agents come to your home. One says $550K (the number you were hoping for). The other says the data shows $499K and walks you through why. Who gets the signature? Usually the $550K agent. And that agent knows it.

That's not strategy. It's flattery. And flattery is expensive, because a home priced on hope sits, goes stale, and eventually sells for less than it would have if it had been priced right on day one.

I don't do that. I'll tell you what your home is actually worth and exactly how I got there. Sometimes it's higher than you expected, sometimes lower. Either way, it's the truth, and the truth is what actually sells homes.

If your last agent told you what you wanted to hear, let's talk about what really went wrong.

If you're thinking about selling in Paterson, Prospect Park, or anywhere nearby, I'll give you the real number. Not the one that gets me the listing.

No pressure, no pitch. Just my honest opinion on what your home would actually sell for. DM me to start a conversation.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🎆

Wishing all my Bergen & Passaic County neighbors a day full of good food, great company, and a little well-earned rest.

Whether you're at a backyard BBQ, watching the fireworks, or just soaking up a slow holiday morning, I hope it's a good one.

Grateful for this community and everyone in it. 🙏

Drop a 🇺🇸 below and tell me: fireworks or BBQ? 🍔🎇

03/28/2026

LEASED 🚀

This one didn’t move right away. After a reset, better photos, clearer positioning, and a price adjustment, we started getting the right showings and were able to place a solid tenant.

If you’ve got a rental that’s been sitting, or you’re thinking about putting a North Jersey property on the market, I’m happy to take an honest look and tell you what I’d adjust (or what’s already working).

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